Corn Planthopper vs Bee Killer Assassin Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Corn Planthopper | Bee Killer Assassin Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Peregrinus maidis | Apiomerus crassipes |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Delphacidae | Reduviidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Heathland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Worldwide tropical and subtropical regions | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Corn Planthopper
A cosmopolitan planthopper pest of maize with a yellowish-brown body. It transmits maize mosaic virus and maize stripe virus, causing significant crop losses in tropical regions.
Did You Know?
Its species name 'maidis' comes from Zea mays (maize), and it is one of the most widely distributed planthoppers, found on every continent where corn is grown.
Bee Killer Assassin Bug
An assassin bug that coats its legs with plant resin to capture bees visiting flowers.
Did You Know?
It applies sticky resin from plants to its forelegs like a trapping glue.